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Amateurs who own horses and compete in Dressage, Show Jumping and/or Eventing are invited to participate in a research study involving a short, 10 minute online survey. This study is being conducted by Michael Willham from Otterbein University to discover behavioral patterns with new market media trends in the horse industry, specifically the advertising considerations of buying and selling sporthorses.

Lexington, Ky. - US Equestrian has announced the athletes that will participate in the 2017 World Equestrian Festival CHIO Aachen, July 14-23, in Aachen, Germany. CHIO Aachen will showcase The Dutta Corp. U.S. Dressage Team and Hermès U.S. Show Jumping Team in FEI Nations Cup™ action, as well as two additional dressage athlete-and-horse combinations, two eventing athlete-and-horse combinations, four vaulters, and one four-in-hand combined driver in individual competition. The following eventing athlete-horse combinations will compete as individuals in the Aachen CICO3*:

Cross-country made for an exciting finale for the international competitors at the Fair Hill International April CIC and HT. Phillip Dutton scooped up both first and second place in the CIC*** with Mr Candyman and Z, respectively, Chris Talley took the blue for the CIC** with Sandro’s Star, and Courtney Cooper rode Tender Bravissimo to a CIC* win.

Rio Olympic Bronze medalist Phillip Dutton proved experience is everything after earning the lead the CIC***, CIC** and CIC* divisions at Fair Hill International’s April HT and CIC with Mr Candyman, Fernhill Singapore and The Manager, respectively.

Charles Owen has announced a recall of the Limited Edition 4Star Cross Country Helmet with Chrome Buckle.The helmet is being recalled due to the potential for extreme corrosion of the chrome buckle, which may result in buckle failure. This recall impacts this model in sizes 54 (0½), 55 (1) and 56 (1½). Information regarding the helmet model can be found on the product satin, guarantee card or user instructions.

KALISPELL, Mont. (Apr. 11, 2017) – Volunteer recruitment for The 2017 Event at Rebecca Farm is now underway, according to The Event’s organizers. Celebrating its 16th year, The Event at Rebecca Farm will take place July 19-23. The Event offers a diverse variety of volunteer opportunities ranging from jump judging and hospitality to food service and parking. No prior experience is necessary to volunteer.

Olympic Gold and Silver medalist Michael Jung of Germany, the two-time defending Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event champion and winner of the 2016 Rolex Grand Slam, heads the list of top riders, including Olympic, World and European champions, entered for the 2017 Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event, Presented by Land Rover. Known as the "Best Weekend All Year," the Rolex Kentucky Three-Day Event returns to the Kentucky Horse Park in Lexington, April 27-30.

LEESBURG, VA – More than 230 riders competed in the Morven Park Spring International Horse Trials, held April 1st and 2nd at the Morven Park International Equestrian Center in Leesburg, Va. Riders of all ages and ability levels, from children to Olympic veterans, turned out for a spectacular spring weekend at Morven Park. Counting riders, spectators and guests an estimated 600 people were in attendance.

Lexington, VA — The Virginia Horse Trials (VHT) at the Virginia Horse Center in Lexington is pleased to announce Capt. Mark Phillips as the new FEI course designer for the May 25-28, 2017 and October 26-29, 2017 CCI/CIC and horse trials.The Virginia Horse Center, a state-of-the-art equestrian facility nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, features two separate cross-country courses, each with rolling terrain and a stunning view of the mountain range.

“This one was for him,” a teary eyed Thieriot Stutes said proudly after clinching the Adequan USEA Gold Cup CIC3* win at Galway Downs with The Chatwin Group’s Chatwin. She was speaking of Eric Bradenburg, one of the members of The Chatwin Group who unexpectedly passed away this week.